Georgia Mizen

2 months ago | vmsd.com | Georgia Mizen

CINCINNATI-BASED GROCER Kroger is proving that liquor shopping doesn’t have to be dull. By unveiling a sophisticated redesign at its Union, Ky., location, the retailer has turned its Wine & Spirits department into a destination in its own right. Teaming up with design firm BHDP (Cincinnati), beverage powerhouse E&J Gallo Winery (Cincinnati) and other fabrication experts, Kroger has created a space that’s sleek, stylish and surprisingly posh – without losing its signature approachability.

Jan 15, 2025 | vmsd.com | Georgia Mizen

STEP INTO BOSTON-BASED home goods retailer Wayfair’s first full-line store at Edens Plaza in Wilmette, Ill., and you’re greeted by a supersized, two-story shelving unit packed with Wayfair’s signature flair: Vibrant furniture, neatly stacked towels and a life-sized dollhouse whimsy. This display sets the tone for the playful, polished shopping experience inside, which is the brand’s first physical store that isn’t an outlet.

Oct 14, 2024 | vmsd.com | Georgia Mizen

FOR RESTAURANTS, intimacy and comfort are becoming paramount when it comes to design and customer experience. Consumers increasingly seek cozy, welcoming spaces that foster personal connections and restaurant designers are rising to the challenge, crafting environments that blend comfort, innovation and local flavor.

Jul 24, 2024 | vmsd.com | Georgia Mizen

Cannabis retail is growing up and continues to shed its smoky, back-alley image in favor of sleek, personalized and educational experiences. “Immersive and community-driven spaces are making it feel like a pick-and-mix experience for customers,” resembling grocery stores more than headshops, according to Melissa Gonzalez, Principal at MG2.

Jun 2, 2024 | vmsd.com | Georgia Mizen

T HE GROCERY SECTOR is undergoing a revolution: In this new era, these stores transcend the role as a mere marketplace, emerging as beacons of mindful consumption and communal spirit shaped by how we buy and how we live. Step into any newly opened supermarket and you’ll be greeted by sophisticated simplicity, according to Amanda Sarver, Manager, Interior Design at The Kroger Co. (Cincinnati).